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Tom Bizal

Lincoln,NE

Summary

Skilled in database administration with relevant experience in ensuring data accuracy and security, as well as managing performance and improving processes. Possess strong technical abilities in Datacom databases. Successfully enhanced system efficiency and reliability through proactive database optimization and maintenance practices. Fostered teamwork and collaboration to meet tight deadlines and address challenging IT issues effectively. Highly skilled Database Administrator with experience in managing, maintaining and troubleshooting databases. Equipped with strong problem-solving skills, adept at overseeing database design, structuring data security measures and ensuring optimal performance. Previous work resulted in improved system efficiency, increased data accuracy and reduced downtime through successful implementation of effective database management strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Database Administrator

Ameritas
Lincoln, NE
10.2007 - Current
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Managed household errands and other essential duties.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Supported end users in selecting, procuring and using software applications.
  • Deployed patches and upgrades on a timely basis to keep up-to-date with latest software releases.
  • Analyzed and developed technical and functional specifications for databases.
  • Provided support for complex issues related to software tools, applications and databases.
  • Participated in disaster recovery planning and testing to minimize data loss.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather business requirements for enhancements and change requests.
  • Maintained knowledge of advances in information technology systems and applications.
  • Ensured that all the stored procedures are optimized for better performance of the system.
  • Installed, configured, and maintained Oracle 11g and 12c databases on Linux servers.
  • Managed database security, backup, and recovery procedures to safeguard information.
  • Spearheaded development and implementation of business intelligence architecture to deliver end-to-end BI solutions.
  • Developed and enforced database administration policies and procedures.
  • Monitored performance of queries and tuned them as needed using Explain Plan tool.
  • Conducted regular database capacity planning to accommodate business growth.
  • Analyzed workflows and established priorities for daily operations.
  • Conducted training sessions for junior DBAs regarding best practices related to database administration.
  • Configured user accounts, privileges, roles, profiles. in the database server.
  • Evaluated and recommended new database technologies and tools to enhance productivity.
  • Provided technical support for developers by creating views and indexes as per their requirements.
  • Developed redundant systems and procedures for disaster recovery and archiving to maintain data protection.
  • Detected and resolved data quality issues and discrepancies for integrity and quality control.
  • Developed scripts for automating routine maintenance tasks such as index rebuilds and statistics updates.
  • Aligned systems with business needs to enhance scalability of database structures and recommend improvements.
  • Developed and implemented database security measures to ensure data protection.
  • Migrated existing databases from one platform to another with minimal downtime.
  • Devised reports and visualizations to present requested data in sleek format.
  • Assessed data processing proposals and requirements to determine project feasibility.
  • Provided technical support and training to end-users and junior DBAs.
  • Managed user access and privileges to secure sensitive data effectively.
  • Coordinated with other teams such as network administrators and system admins for resolving complex issues.
  • Developed and implemented security initiatives to protect important company data.
  • Conducted performance tuning of database systems to ensure optimal efficiency.
  • Tested application code changes before deploying them into production environment.
  • Implemented data replication between two different databases using DataGuard feature of Oracle Database Server.
  • Oversaw the installation and maintenance of database software and updates.
  • Analyzed database applications and made necessary adjustments to parameters and architecture to improve performance.
  • Prepared and maintained detailed documentation for database architectures and procedures.
  • Led database migration and upgrade projects to ensure smooth transitions.
  • Assisted in disaster recovery planning by testing various backup strategies and scenarios.
  • Collaborated with IT team to integrate databases with other applications.
  • Worked with software vendors to analyze and resolve software installation and ongoing support issues.
  • Designed and implemented database systems to meet organizational needs.
  • Defined database design specifications based upon project requirements.
  • Performed regular health checks on all databases to ensure optimal performance levels are maintained.
  • Managed multiple databases running on different platforms including Windows, Linux and UNIX systems.
  • Analyzed system logs regularly to identify any potential problems or suspicious activities.
  • Ensured database compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Solved complex analytical problems using statistical models from data.
  • Performed daily backups of the databases using RMAN utility.
  • Supported planning for software development and purchases and coordinated implementation.
  • Created new tablespaces for applications to store their data in the database.
  • Created and monitored performance metrics to keep databases functioning at optimal capacity.
  • Defined synchronization plan for patch management.
  • Coordinated with development teams to optimize database queries and indexes.
  • Communicated with data architects, programmers and engineers to keep projects on track.
  • Analyzed and resolved complex database and system issues promptly.
  • Wrote scripts and processes for data integration and bug fixes.
  • Resolved customer queries related to database issues promptly and accurately.
  • Automated routine database tasks to improve system reliability and reduce manual errors.
  • Optimized storage and archiving practices to manage database size and performance.
  • Partnered with project management teams on development of scope and timelines.
  • Monitored database performance and implemented changes to improve response times.
  • Established security controls to help protect client systems.

Mainframe Developer

Ameritas
Lincoln, NE
12.1998 - 10.2007
  • Created test plans, debugged code, and corrected errors in existing programs to improve efficiency.
  • Performed troubleshooting of post-release software faults to support live service and installed software patch design.
  • Produced detailed reports from databases using SQL queries written in both PL and SQL and COBOL languages.
  • Collaborated with other developers to design solutions for complex problems related to application development.
  • Coordinated installation of software systems and collaborated with user experience team on design and implementation of new features.
  • Designed SQL queries for use within stored procedures written in COBOL language.
  • Worked closely with systems analysts, engineers and programmers to understand limitations, develop capabilities and resolve software problems.
  • Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers during their projects' lifecycles.
  • Identified performance issues and improved the speed of execution of existing COBOL programs.

Skills

Datacom DB Administrator

Mainframe product upgrades SMPE

Database Security

Performance tuning

Datacom SQL Performance Analyzer

Datacom Health Check

SQL programming

Project management

Technical support

Managing Teams

EMC TimeFinder

Delphix Data Masking

Active Datacom Community Member

Datacom CADRE user group vice-president, Datacom Validation partner, 

Timeline

Database Administrator

Ameritas
10.2007 - Current

Mainframe Developer

Ameritas
12.1998 - 10.2007

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